Regional Sales Manager

Regional Sales Manager – Crop Science

• Bayer Crop Science New Zealand
• Full time, permanent role
• Salary base between $90k - $112k NZD

At Bayer, we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity, and sheer dedication, always learning from the unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities, and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Where do you want to go?

Are you a commercially driven agricultural professional ready to elevate the success of market‑leading crop protection products? We’re seeking a Regional Sales Manager to drive sales growth, build strong industry relationships, and strengthen our position as a trusted partner in Crop Science across the region

In this pivotal role, you will develop and execute the regional sales plan to achieve turnover, market share, and profit objectives. You’ll represent a respected portfolio of agrochemical products while maintaining a strong presence with customers, industry bodies, and key influencers.

Apply now and be a part of our mission to foster sustainable growth in the agricultural sector!

Do something that moves you:

• Promote the Crop Science portfolio through reseller training, targeted promotions, field days, and incentives.
• Drive regional sales by motivating merchant partners, supporting accurate forecasting, leveraging marketing activities, and maintaining a regular customer call cycle.
• Provide responsive after‑sales support to ensure customer satisfaction and strengthen long‑term relationships.
• Collect market and competitor intelligence to inform product positioning and future opportunities.
• Work with Country, Marketing, and distributor partners to develop and execute sales and marketing plans.
• Identify and deliver advertising, promotional, and sponsorship initiatives.
• Build strong networks with key industry bodies and influencers to maintain high visibility and credibility.
• Attend key agricultural events and act as a recognised industry specialist.
• Manage regional budgets effectively through accurate planning and resource optimisation.

Does this sound like you?

• Tertiary qualification in horticulture, agricultural science, chemistry, or a related field.
• Proven success in sales and marketing within crop protection or crop inputs.
• Knowledge of the agricultural industry and key New Zealand cropping systems.
• Previous experience as a sales manager with a strong track record of meeting targets.
• Demonstrated ability to build and execute sales and merchandising strategies.
• Strong analytical capability and excellent relationship‑building skills.

Be you @ Bayer

We are committed to creating a culture where people can be their best, in an environment that values inclusion, diversity and flexibility. At Bayer everyone belongs, regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We encourage First Nations people to apply. We also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to please let us know.

Be part of something bigger.

Ready to join our team? Click Apply. For more information about this role and the innovative suite of benefits on offer, get in contact with our Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

Recruitment agencies please note that this position will be managed via our in-house Talent Acquisition Team. Bayer does not accept any unsolicited resumes